Discuss management as a process

Hanoi Times - Le Huy Ngo is called the “Farmer Minister” because he held the post of Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development for over ten years (1997-2007). The former Minister talked about agriculture, farmers and rural areas. What do you think about “Tam nong” (agriculture, farmers and the countryside), a hot issue at present? The Tam nong conception came from China. It is necessary to learn experience from other countries but I want to note that not all of China’s successful policies can be applied in Vietnam. China’s experience was not mentioned in recent discussions but it seems that you don’t like tam nong, why? Tam nong is countryside, agriculture and farmers, but in general, it is farmers. Farmers do fieldwork and they live in the countryside. In an agricultural country like Vietnam, where over 73% of the population is farmers, farmers are always the foundation of the country’s political stability. Whenever … [Read more...] about Think as a farmer to understand farmers

Vietnam's budget ultimately belongs to the public and should be treated as such from the planning to the auditing stages. Citizens should have the right to comment and monitor every stage of the budgetary process. Let's begin by considering how Vietnam ranks in terms of budgetary transparency. The Open Budget Index gave Vietnam 19 out of 100 possible points -- a rank that's far below the global average (43) and much lower than other countries in the region (Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Thailand and Timor-Leste). Three recommendations for the Amended State Budget Law Some maintain that Vietnamese people don't care about monitoring their nation's budget. To test this assumption, we worked with Oxfam to conduct a quick survey about the State Budget Law. After only 4-5 days, we'd contacted around 8,200 respondents. In the survey, people showed the greatest interest in the three following issues: 1. Publish state budgets before they're approval at all levels (89% voted yes) 2. … [Read more...] about [OP-ED] To eliminate corruption, make Vietnam’s budget a matter of public record

An historic trip to the United States by General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong deepened our partnership, and the conclusion of negotiations over the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) trade agreement set us on a path for a prosperous shared future. This year promises to be equally significant, with a visit in May by President Barack Obama to Vietnam and potentialratification of TPP by both our legislatures. We should take full advantage of our current momentum and build the foundation for a long and meaningful partnership, wrote the US Ambassador to Vietnam Ted Osius in a new article for VietNamNet.
PM Nguyen Tan Dung and President Barack Obama at the recent US-ASEAN Summit in California. Photo: Tuoitre
In January 2016, twenty American and Vietnamese cyclists embarked on what we called Hanh Trinh Moi - a new journey – from Hanoi to Hue. Our journey focused on the future: educating the next generation, tackling health and environmental challenges, and celebrating entrepreneurship … [Read more...] about A New Journey

BTM Global: We work and operate as a partner When looking for a partner to help your retail organization with technology development or implementation, your options can be overwhelming. How do you tell the difference between companies? Don’t they all promise to do the same thing? And doesn’t it really come down to who can do the work at the least cost? When you discuss your needs with a partner or vendor, most of them will likely say they can manage and execute the project. But in order to sort out the great partners from the adequate partners – the ones that will be proactive, solve problems creatively and keep your best interests in mind – you will need to dig a little deeper. The real questions for a technology partner are: What will be the process for completing the project? Will it be predictable? And especially, what will your relationship be like with this partner? This last question is one of the most important: it sets the stage for how you will … [Read more...] about BTM Global: We work and operate as a partner

(Cinet)- On 26 November, Ho Chi Minh City Museum Held a Archaeological discussion of HCMC in the urbanization process with the participation of managers, archaeological, cultural and architects researchers. At the seminar, participants asserted that the archaeology of more than three decades has contributed to the reconstruction of the past and help people understand the city and more beloved land which they live. To maintain a beautiful city, have a long cultural history, many ideas that the city should preserve the existing architectural space, Which is parallel to the protection ofheritage abused or risk of invasive andgive early research projects to conserve and promote the value of a scientific heritage. According to Ph.D., architect Le Quang Ninh said, “The urban heritages significance for the City is Zoological and Botanic Gardens,
Trieu Quang Phuc street in large market and Dong Khoi Street. Urban as a human being, past, present and future. Responsibility of those who … [Read more...] about HCM city: Hold a Archaeological discussion in the urbanization process